"Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge." (Hebrews 13:4)
As Christians we are called to a higher standard, sadly most times we fail, but there is good new for you of River City :) any way bottom line, your God grants us new grace and mercy each day. So while we battle with these issue of our flesh since the divine union of Adam and Eve, the institution of marriage has been between a man and woman. However, the "bed" has often been defiled. We are to give honor to God by keeping our body clean. Young ladies and young men do not realize that sex was meant for marriage. For once a women gives herself to that man in olden days that meant they were married. So each time a man lays with a women how many wives would some young men have today, if we were still to live under that rule?
Yes, but times have changed, we are told. The so-called "gay" lifestyle is now a normal option, they say, and even "same-sex" marriages are acceptable. Premarital sex, as well as adultery, are very common today, all over the world, often even impacting Christian homes and churches. Indeed, the world has changed!
The Greek word for "whoremongers," incidentally, includes anyone who practices or promotes illicit sex and the Bible says that "whoremongers and adulterers God will judge." However, God will forgive and purge away any of these sins when they are repudiated and Christ is accepted as Savior. So let no man be deceived you do not have to remain a prisoner to your flesh, give the issue of your flesh to God.
God bless you, it is my prayer that since our Heavenly Father woke us up this morning that we are walking in his glory, that we are aware that we are the Children of the living God and he loves each of you. For he redeemed you by the blood of his only begotten son. Lord fill my brothers and sisters with your spirit, whisper in their ear through this day that they might know that even though the enemy comes like a roaring lions seeking to destroy them. That you are there with them and they can overcome all things in you.
Disappointment: How many of you know what disappointment is?
Webster’s describes disappointment as a feeling of frustration or being let down, is there anyone here who can relate to that?
Ever asked a stranger can they spare some change and they say get a job, but your homeless with no clean close and no address and you have tried with no success.
Right now it doesn't feel like God is working all things to your good now does it? If He really heard your prayer, why haven’t you received results? Ever ask yourself those questions?
The good news is this its not in God's nature to abandon or decive us.
God is not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do it? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good? (Numbers 23:19)
In the book of Revelation God says he will wipe away ever tear. Are you tired of crying tired of feeling like no one cares? Well God cares about you more than you can ever realize. I’m told the greatest sign of love is a man giving his life for another. Many of us would scarcely give our life for a good man, but would you give your life for your enemy who has hated you and does everything to hurt you?
Well God did that for you and I, died for those who hated him, Christ asked the question when he was being judged by the religious leaders of his time after being struck by a guard a simple question why did you hit me, what did I say that would warrant that. I ask you why do you hate Christ ? Why do you hate yourself? You can not love yourself and remain in this frustrated state and disappointed state. God hurts for you because he never plain for you to be here. Each of you if you think back remember what turn you took to get here. Its time we start asking God to show you way out of here, a way to leave behind the drugs the alcohol the failed attempts from your past. You can not go back and you can not remain here, so you must get back up and move forward.
You decide for yourself many Baptist and Prodestians believe in and Catholic also
the accuser of our brethren, who accused them before our God day and night, has been cast down.
"And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, and they did not love their lives to the death.
The devil is our accuser. The only successful plea is the Blood of Jesus. Pleading our ignorance, our innocence, or our merits will fail. Only relying on the Blood of our substitute sacrifice, the Lamb of God, will win our case before God the Judge.
When some of you pray, you have based your prayer on the Blood of Jesus the price paid for our needs to be met -- instead of on our need or our worthiness.
When we resist the devil, we cannot resist him based on who we are or what we have done, but only on the price paid for our complete redemption through the blood of Christ.
Faith in Jesus', released in testimony against the devil, will always cause him to flee. We must resist him, steadfast in faith, for as long as it takes.
Our enemy can always be overcome by the Blood of the Lamb and the Word of God through our living breathing testimony our. We can only have victory over every evil , when we stand upon the Word of God and are living and believing in Christ Jesus as our deliever.
Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, Whom He has redeemed from the hand of the enemy. As a young boy I would such prayer in Baptist church as the following:
In the Name of Jesus, I plead the Blood of the Lord Jesus Christ against this problem.
I cover my home with the Blood of Jesus to protect all occupants and possessions from all evil.
Especially in times of violence we need to cry out for the protection of the Blood for all our household. Parents can put the Blood on their "door" -- taking in all that pertains to them -- and claim salvation and protection for their entire family. The Blood is the one thing that will keep your family safe in these perilous days.
When we awaken in the morning we should call for the Blood to be upon us and all that belongs to us. Before we sleep we should, in the same way, call for the protection of the Blood.
Pleading the Blood of Christ is not begging Simply claiming authority in Christ Jesus by that precious blood that set us free from sin and now we admit that it power and authority into our lives.
These are words that many pastors and preachers Reverands and ministers believe have authority and encourage their sheep to speak them in time of need. They say their is power in those words.
What do you think? Is the blood of Christ powerful, can you actually make the devil flee by doing this?
Or is this more religious nonsense? Question that each of you should ask yourself, search the word of God for answers then come before him in prayer concerning this issue and all issues.
Martin Luther was angry because the Church, had forgotten that the price for sin had already been paid. They could not do what only Christ did. It was made very clear that no man can enter into the kingdom of heaven unless he enter in through Christ. Much like today, religions tell you that works are your way into heaven, or your priest can speak on your behalf. Christ is the only one that can and has spoken on behalf of each of us. You do not need to plant a seed or chant or meditate, simply confess your sins and commit yourself to Christ Jesus as your Lord and Savior
When these people came to confession, they presented their plenary indulgences which they had paid good silver money for, claiming they no longer had to repent of their sins, since the document promised to forgive all their sins. Luther was outraged that they had paid money for what was theirs by right as a free gift from God. He felt compelled to expose the fraud that was being sold to the pious people. This exposure was to take place in the form of a public scholarly debate at the University of Wittenberg. The Ninety-five Theses outlined the items to be discussed and issued the challenge to any and all comers.
Bottom line people there is no other way into heaven accept by Christ. " Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." (John 14:6) Man has always hoped and believed that if there is a god that he is a loving god whom they can earn their way into heaven. Or perhaps this god they trust will grade on a curve. Good luck on that , cause my God tells me that there is no way that can be earned into heaven we can not work our way into heaven, our is simple we just have to believe.
For you whom want to have a religious argument try one of those religious site where they want you to plant a seed. Here is the deal, I would rather go through life believing in a God and find out I'm wrong.
Than to go through believing there is no God and be face to face with him, what shall you answer when ask what have you done for me???
Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me.(Hebrews 13:5-6) Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.( Hebrews 13:8)
The times you feel like He is doing nothing are probably the times He is doing His greatest work in your life and on your behalf.
So, what shall we do Father? Continue walking in faith my child.
We must learn to Depend on God – Often times God just wants to see where your heart is. Who will you chase after for answers? Who will you seek after for affection? And so sometimes God just waits. Is He your first choice? Just talking to a young lady yesterday the subject of depending on others came up. When you are there for others, make sure you are not their crutch. Your obligation is to point them towards God who is able to do all things!
Finally we must learn to wait upon the Lord – His time is always the perfect time. I’m going to tell you like the old folks would say because there’s a lot of truth in this statement. “He may not come when you want him but He’s always on time.” For his time is not our time and he is a on time God
God has not forgotten you, he created you and he said that he foreknew you even before you were in your mother's womb. That's a long time :)
I heard people say, "Well, I haven’t done everything God’s been telling me to do." "I didn’t read the Word last night; I don’t pray like I should;" "I gave a couple dollars in the offering Sunday when I could have given more." Dear one, don’t you think this list could go on and on and on? And if the truth were told – we would all fit in one of these categories.
But are these things what God’s Love is based upon? Let me answer that for you – NO! God’s Love is unconditional and is not based upon your performance. You can, however; disappoint Him.
What about sin? Admit it; Quit it; and Forget it. Simple answer right, but most of us have not applied that to sin issue why is that?
" What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound?" " God forbid. How shall we, that are dead to sin, live any longer therein?" (Romans 6:1-2)
For in that he died, he died unto sin once: but in that he liveth, he liveth unto God.
Likewise reckon ye also yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, but alive unto God through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Let not sin therefore reign in your mortal body, that ye should obey it in the lusts thereof.
Neither yield ye your members as instruments of unrighteousness unto sin: but yield yourselves unto God, as those that are alive from the dead, and your members as instruments of righteousness unto God.
For sin shall not have dominion over you: for ye are not under the law, but under grace.
What then? shall we sin, because we are not under the law, but under grace? God forbid.
Know ye not, that to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey; whether of sin unto death, or of obedience unto righteousness?
But God be thanked, that ye were the servants of sin, but ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you. ( Romans 6: 10-17)
Now, back to Faith. Sometimes your faith is just on trial. But take comfort in knowing that God has not forgotten about you. Remember he show you love by sending his only begotten son to die for a sinner like you and I. He did not bring you this far to leave you. You are not accident and you being here is not an accident. His word tells me he has plans to prosper you. If he had forgotten you how did and why did he make plans for you then?
Do you have a personal Relationship with Christ??? You heard me correctly, no not what your preacher or pastor or minister, but do you know him personally and have you discussed your present plight with him? For me the question would be more like Reverend Henry, what is your relationship like with Christ. I would have to say, I spend a great deal of time actually walking in the woods and around my place at night or down by the water just sitting sometimes on my front porch and looking up at his star admitting to him how I need him and praise him for all that he done for me. My lovely wife says for her Christ has been a constant companion, one that she count on to be there for her and always listen to her, whether it be driving to pick up the kids or making dinner or a walk in the woods, She wait for that still voice to guide her through whatever storm she is going through. What about you?
The dictionary defines "personal" is defined as "how something relates to or affects a person." With this broad definition, a person can have a "personal relationship" with anything that affects or relates to them a dog, a tree, a flower, a bottle of beer, etcetera ad infinitum.
What does it mean to have a "personal relationship with Jesus Christ"?
Evangelical Christians have often proclaimed and explained that to be a Christian is "to receive Jesus and have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ." Many who have heard that proclamation have not been able to understand what evangelical Christians mean by that phrase. Is it possible for the non-Christian, the natural man, to understand or comprehend the meaning of that phrase?
The natural man can comprehend "religion" how religious organizations function, how they solicit finances, how they utilize propaganda to get their message out. The natural man can understand rational assent to religious tenets, propositions, principles, statements of history, theology, and doctrine. The natural man can deliberate adherence to a belief-system, or devotion to an ideology or an organization. The natural man can understand "spirituality" if it is defined as the serenity of "well-being", or devotion to a meaningful cause, or the recollection of an ecstatic experience, or conformity to a moral ideal.
Is it possible for the natural man, the non-Christian, to understand what it means to "have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ"? The Apostle Paul explained that "the natural man is perplexed by spiritual things" (I Corinthians. 2:14). Is "having a personal relationship with Christ" a spiritual reality that requires the presence and appraisal of the Spirit of Christ to understand what it means? If so, is it possible to adequately explain the meaning of this reality to a non-Christian?
Do you need a better relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ, I certainly think so. Many of us might wonder how we can have it. Let me suggest three things: prayer, study and fellowship.
Pray. Ask God to give you the joy of salvation. Ask him to help you know his love for you in the sacrifice and resurrection of his Son. Ask him to help you adore him, to know and feel his love for you. Ask him for faith in Jesus, and for his power to walk in his love.
Study. In this case, I suggest studying the four Gospels. Sometimes we study for doctrine and for commands regarding what we should do. This time, I suggest that we study simply to see what Jesus is like as a person. Get a feel for his love and compassion, his desire for friendship, his zeal for his Father's glory. Walk with him in the mountains, across the lake, into the city of his death. Meditate on it. Feel with him. Our lives are hidden in Jesus Christ (Colossians 3:3) — discover what his life is l
Fellowship. Our love for the Lord is expressed in part by our love one for another. Share with others the joy that you have in the Lord. Let it shine. In Christ, we will live forever with one another, with ever-growing love for one another. Let's express his love in us now! Encourage others, as often as we meet them (Hebrews 10:24-25). Treat others with the same grace and mercy that Christ has given us. Forgive them as he does daily for each of us and grants us new grace and mercy daily, though we are undeserving of it, yet he gives it to us because of our relationship with him.
First off thank each of you that keep me and my family in prayer. I have been endeavoring to go out & share the Love and the Word of God with the homeless. If you ask me I would have said that I'm not being effective at all, personally I would rather be at home watching WWE on Monday night. But tonight after we got back and i was kind of tired from having spoken to those homeless that were present and having been dinner for ever blood sucking mosquito in the county. I was ready to just go in the house . I got a call on my cell from one of the Women whom is know as Mom D she been homeless for over 14 years living in the woods and a guy name Willie who got out of prison and went to a Christian halfway home that ran out of funding so he was forced out onto the streets. Mom D is about 45 to 50 and is 4 months pregnant from a rape that occured in the woods that she was living in. My lovely wife and I and my brother Don and his wife Kathy and Joshua had gone out there last Saturday to speak with them. After my wife brought her information about how to get help to get out of the woods and assistance for her and the baby, Mom D didn't seem to take to it. She cried as I shared the gospel with her and I told her that this was not God's plan for her life, that God was able to forgive her but she must forgive herself for her mistakes. For we all have made mistakes, that a Saint is simple a sinner who fell but got back up. So then I preached to them that Monday about getting back up, This Monday I got a call informing me that she had indeed got back up, she and Willie were no longer living on the streets that as we spoke she was moving into a place, that Willie now had a one bedroom of his own.
I cried cause I knew that God had prove to them the word I spoke to them a week before, now Willie and Mom D can say that they now know the Word of God is true because as it was spoke it happened.
So praise God, Brothers and sister, its time we step outside of our comfort zone and get it done. For the fields are ready for harvest but the workers are few. The great commission was not just for Ministers ,Pastors, Reverends, Preachers or Evangelist but each of us are to share the gospel with all that we meet. We are to go out to them . Maybe your minister field is your work place, it could be your school, your home, family, friends, your neighborhood, or even brothers or sisters at your church.
Keep me in prayer that I will continue to step out on faith and do what the Lord God is calling me to do
